Interim Damp Surveyor

6-Month Interim Contract | Housing Association | Surrey Patch | Hybrid Working (2 Days in Office)

Park Avenue Recruitment is partnering with a respected Housing Association seeking an experienced Interim Damp, Mould & Disrepair Surveyor to join their Property Services team on an initial 6-month contract.

This is more than a surveying role. You'll be at the forefront of improving homes, tackling complex damp and mould cases, managing disrepair works, and ensuring residents live in safer, healthier environments.

You'll take ownership of projects from first inspection through to completion, working closely with contractors, residents, and internal teams to deliver high-quality outcomes across a varied housing portfolio throughout Surrey.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing damp, mould and disrepair cases from diagnosis through to successful completion, providing technical expertise and ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly and to the highest standard.

Key responsibilities include:

Undertaking property inspections and diagnosing building defects, damp and mould issues
Specifying, procuring and monitoring remedial works programmes
Producing technical reports, schedules of work and specifications
Managing contractors from pre-start through to final sign-off
Reviewing Bills of Quantities, valuations, variations and contractor claims
Monitoring budgets, programme delivery and compliance requirements
Providing residents with practical advice on preventing and managing damp and mould
Working alongside Resident Liaison Officers to deliver an excellent customer experience
Maintaining accurate records and reporting through CRM systems
Ensuring value for money while delivering exceptional Property Services outcomes

About You

✅ Experience within Housing Associations, Local Authorities or Social Housing

✅ Strong technical knowledge of domestic property maintenance, repairs and building defects

✅ Experience managing damp & mould, disrepair, planned works or stock investment projects

✅ Experience managing contractors and long-term maintenance contracts

✅ Full UK Driving Licence

Working Arrangements

Initial 6-month interim contract
35 hours per week
Hybrid working with 2 office days per week
Surrey patch
Participation in an out-of-hours rota
Occasional Saturday morning working as part of a flexible service delivery model
Immediate start available

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking Housing Association committed to improving residents' homes and delivering excellent customer service. You'll have autonomy, variety, and the chance to make a visible impact within a busy and supportive Property Services function.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Sophie Marcus Power at Park Avenue Recruitment, or apply today with your up-to-date CV
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed